On a Sunday night in Pittsburgh's Homewood neighborhood, the life of Johnnie Lee Higgins, a 58-year-old male, was cut short by an act of violence. On March 13, 2022, at approximately 10 p.m., the sound of multiple gunshots pierced the night, triggering a ShotSpotter notification that drew police to Kedron Street.
Upon their arrival, officers discovered Mr. Higgins suffering from a fatal gunshot wound to the head.
Despite their efforts to perform CPR until paramedics arrived, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The sudden and violent nature of his death left the community searching for answers.
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, investigators began their work, canvassing the area and seeking any information that could lead to a break in the case. However, early reports indicated that they had not identified any suspects or located any witnesses to the crime. As of now, publicly available information does not include any details regarding arrests or named suspects in the ongoing investigation into the death of Johnnie Lee Higgins.
